Martial University Declaration, Xiao Shu

For a non-Martial Artist like him, stuck at the limit of 99 Cal and unable to break through without a Body Tempering Method or the protection of an expert, he was practically one of a kind at Magic Capital Martial University, where geniuses gathered.

Time passed slowly, and soon it was three in the afternoon.

"Very good. No one is late. All 1,000 freshmen are present."

That imposing voice rang out again.

"Since everyone is here, let me introduce myself."

"My name is Su Zhiming, and I am the dean of the First Academy."

"Since the principal is away and the three vice principals have important matters to attend to, I will be presiding over today's Freshman Ceremony."

Qin Yan understood what that meant. It meant that this dean of the First Academy was the strongest person in the school apart from the principal.

Could it be that the Six Academies were ranked according to strength?

The First Academy was the strongest, and the Sixth Academy the weakest?

In an instant, countless thoughts flashed through Qin Yan's mind.

Dean Su Zhiming appeared to be around thirty, but he was actually far older than that.

The stronger a Martial Artist became, the higher their life level rose, allowing their lifespan to be extended.

His features were resolute, and his eyes were as sharp as an eagle's. Standing on the stage, he naturally carried an air of authority without needing to show anger.

As his gaze swept across the field, the freshmen unconsciously straightened their backs.

"Magic Martial University has stood for 1,953 years! Those 1,953 years were forged in blood and fire!

"Generation after generation of Magic Martial University students used their bones as bricks and their hot blood as mortar, building this place inch by inch from beneath the claws of the Alien Race and before the rifts!

"That is why you can see this campus today, why you stand upon this land today!"

"Now that you have entered these gates, I hope you put away your pride. Do not think you are still some chosen prodigy, and do not dream of soaring to the heavens in a single step!"

"At Magic Martial University, the first rule you must carve into your bones is this—if you want something, you must first be prepared to pay for it!"

"Magic Martial University does not support idlers, nor does it pity the weak!

"Here, only results earned through fists and sweat are respected!"

"Since you have come to Magic Martial University, stop thinking about courtesy, humility, and yielding!

"Fight for it! Fight for resources, fight for opportunities, fight for every last thing that can make you stronger!"

"What is a Martial Artist?

"It is not a title meant to make you look impressive before others, not a signboard to bring glory to your family, and even less a bargaining chip for you to haggle with!"

"A Martial Artist is the wall standing at the very front of this city!

"The final barrier guarding the backs of billions of compatriots!

"The sword and shield that allow our race to rebuild civilization upon the ruins..."

Su Zhiming's voice echoed throughout the entire field.

"Magic Martial University does not have many rules, but every one of them requires you to defend it with your lives!"

"Likewise, Magic Martial University offers you the greatest arena. When it is time to draw your swords, do not hide what you have!"

"Today's enrollment ceremony will not have so many tedious formalities."

"Let yourselves get to know one another, and let you come to know the real Magic Martial University.

"At Magic Martial University, getting acquainted is very simple—"

Su Zhiming paused, his voice carrying a cold edge. "Look to your left, then look to your right.

"They may be your classmates now. In the future, they may be comrades who stand back-to-back with you, relying on each other amid mountains of corpses and seas of blood;

"But they may also... be your mortal enemies, fighting you over the only life-saving pill..."

His words were like a bucket of icy water poured over their heads. Nearly every freshman present shuddered inwardly, and the previously relaxed atmosphere instantly became incomparably solemn.

This would definitely be an enrollment ceremony they would never forget for the rest of their lives.

"All mentors for this year's freshmen, step forward!" Su Zhiming ordered.

At once, more than a hundred men and women of varying temperaments emerged from behind the side of the podium. Without exception, they all radiated powerful auras.

They stood before the stage like a brilliant gathering of stars.

"The hundred-plus mentors behind me are elites from the Six Academies.

"They will be your guides in the future. Now, mentors, briefly introduce yourselves."

As soon as he finished speaking, a middle-aged man standing as straight as a pine tree stepped forward first. An ancient sword rested on his back, and his voice rang clear as a sword's cry. "First Academy, Lin Jian, Peak Sixth Grade."

A slightly effeminate voice followed. "Second Academy, Shadow Dance, Peak Sixth Grade."

"Third Academy, Yan Gang, Peak Sixth Grade."

"Fourth Academy, Xiao Qingyu, Peak Sixth Grade."

"Fifth Academy, Lei Ming, Peak Sixth Grade."

"Sixth Academy, Xiao Huo, Peak Sixth Grade, Sixth-Rank Alchemy Grandmaster."

The lead mentors of the Six Academies were all Peak Sixth Grade experts!

This lineup was terrifying!

Afterward, the other mentors announced their names one after another.

"First Academy, Fang Dacui, Mid Sixth Grade Martial Artist."

"Second Academy, ..."

"Third Academy, ..."

One mentor after another announced their information, their strengths ranging from Peak Sixth Grade down to Fourth Grade.

Even the weakest mentors possessed the strength of Fourth-Rank Martial Artists!

Qin Yan could only click his tongue inwardly. Magic Capital Martial University's faculty was outrageously strong.

"Later, the detailed profiles of each mentor, their areas of expertise, and their recruitment requirements will be sent to your Personal Terminals through the campus system."

Su Zhiming concluded, "I hope you perform well in the Freshman Trial three days from now! Show all your abilities, and even surpass your limits!

"Otherwise, if no mentor is willing to choose you and you end up as an Academy Student, do not blame me for not warning you today!"

"You will receive the specific content and rules of the Freshman Trial after you return."

"Today's Freshman Ceremony is now concluded!"

As his words fell, the invisible pressure that had blanketed the entire stadium finally receded like a tide.

The mentors onstage departed one after another, while the freshmen below began leaving in succession with complicated feelings. Most walked silently toward the dormitory area.

As Qin Yan was leaving, he saw the top freshman he had encountered on the train—Xiao Wangshu!

She was like a bright moon, tall and poised, with a cool, otherworldly temperament. Even without doing anything, she drew the attention of those around her.

At that moment, she was quietly speaking with another female student beside her, whose bearing was equally exceptional. Soon, the two girls' figures disappeared lightly into the end of the crowd, yet quite a few boys still watched the direction in which they had gone.

Qin Yan withdrew his gaze and headed toward the dormitories.

After returning to his dormitory, Qin Yan picked up the Smart Bracelet on the desk. It was one of the benefits Magic Capital Martial University provided to its students, essentially an upgraded version of a phone.

Campus information was also sent to this wristband.

When Qin Yan activated it, a mechanical voice came from the wristband.

"Freshman Qin Yan detected. Identity binding successful. Please name your Personal Assistant AI and set its gender and personality."

Qin Yan thought for a moment. For some reason, that moonlike, aloof figure flashed through his mind, and he said, "Female. Name: Xiao Shu. Personality: aloof."

"Command confirmed. Naming successful. Xiao Shu is at your service." A female voice with a faintly cool quality rang out.